Washington State boasts some of the country’s most beautiful scenery and the highest spirit excise taxes. There are two main taxes applied to alcohol sales: the spirits sales tax (20.5%) and the spirits liter tax ($3.77 per liter). On-premises retailers generally face a lower SST of 13.7%. While the area is known for its scenic locales, this significant taxation makes purchasing alcohol more expensive than in many states, with a notable price disparity compared to places like Wyoming and New Hampshire, which have much lower liquor taxes.
Washington State has the highest spirit excise tax in the U.S., with two taxes applied to alcohol sales: a spirits sales tax (SST) and a spirits liter tax (SLT) that together significantly raise the retail price of liquor.
Despite a reduction in the regulatory monopoly on alcohol sales after 2012, Washington State retains some of the highest taxation on liquor in the country, making it a costly place for residents and visitors to purchase spirits.
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